CENTENNIAL NEWS

Respectful Conversation: November 5th, 6:00-8:30pm, Roseville Campus Fellowship Hall. Join us for a meal and conversation regarding “Consolidating to One Location: How We Got Here”. Dinner & Childcare will be available. Registration and more information on what to expect can be found on our website on the Our Future Together page.

Charge Conference: Saturday Nov 8th 1:00pm at Path of Grace UMC in Maplewood. All Centennial UMC members have voice, Leadership Board members have voice & vote.

PEP Talk - Financial Planning for Higher Education: Sunday November 9th, 2:00-3:30pm, Presbyterian Church of the Way. The Parent Education Program, also known as PEP, is hosting a Pep talk with a Financial Advisor & a college admissions specialist about financial planning for higher education. More information and RSVP is linked here.

Find Peace Along Caregiving Journey: Saturday, November 8th, 10:00-11:30am, Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes. In honor of National Family Caregivers Month in November, Lyngblomsten Community Services invites you to meet Minnesota author and family caregiver Linda Knebel Purden. Join Linda and the Community Services team and experience how her words can help caregivers unbury their own truths and find beauty in painful times. To learn more information or to register, visit www.Lyngblomsten.org/FindingPeace.

55+ Defensive Driving Class: Thursday, November 6th, 12:30-4:30pm, SAP Sanctuary. Join us for a FREE defensive driving course tailored for those who are 55 or older. This 4-hour course is taught by a National Safety Council certified instructor, Tim Walstrom. Those who complete the course may be able to receive an auto insurance discount. Call our office at 651-642-9052 or email sc@sapaseniors.org to sign up or for more information.

Coffee Hour Volunteers: Volunteers are needed for the Sunday Coffee Hour at the Roseville Campus. [CLICK HERE] for easy online sign-up . If the link is not for you, please sign up on the paper form at the Roseville sign-up center or email Dodie |  dodiewoodis@gmail.com with the Sunday(s) you are available.

Want to get involved? Contact: Randy Oelschlager rjjdo123@comcast.net

UWF - Pecan Sales: United Women in Faith is having their annual pecan sale fundraiser! Pecan orders are being taken. Available are Halves, Pieces, Milk Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, & Clusters. The price is $13 per bag. Orders will be taken in Linden Lounge during fellowship and forms are also located at both campuses at the connect center at the Roseville campus and the coffee bar at the St. Anthony Park campus. Orders taken until Sunday, October 26th. Contact Peggy Rhodes 612.963.7659.

Connectivity: Sunday’s, 10:30am, Roseville Campus Asbury 1 Room. We will be discussing the recent book of Elaine Pagels, Miracles and Wonder, The Historical Mystery of Jesus. Contact Marilyn & Max Delong | mdelong@umn.edu.

Youth Group: Wednesday, October 22nd, 6:30pm, Roseville Youth Room. Join us for a Halloween party! We’ll have spooky themed snacks, crafts, and games! Costumes welcome, but not required.

Save the Date - Respectful Conversation: November 5th, 6:00-8:30pm, Roseville Campus Fellowship Hall Join us for a meal and conversation regarding “Consolidating to One Location: How We Got Here”. Registration and more information on what to expect can be found on our website on the Our Future Together page.

Bible Study at St. Anthony Park:
Sundays 9:30am before worship, in the fellowship hall downstairs. | St. Anthony Park campus |  Questions contact Alan O'Donnell, arodonnell@hotmail.com.
Bible Study at Roseville Campus: 
Wednesdays, 6:00pm, Asbury 1. Questions contact Mark Meyer m1meyer@protonmail.com 

MedCity REFUGE - A Helping Hand in Rochester: Saturday, November 1st, 1pm, Christ United Methodist Church in Rochester Minnesota or Online. MedCity REFUGE aims to support individuals who face significant obstacles in seeking gender-affirming care, provide resources, community fellowship, and affordable lodging, and nurtures the emotional and physical well-being of those on their medical journey. Come learn about the resources and support they provide and what we can do in our communities to either support Med City REFUGE or provide similar supports to individuals coming to our communities. Online access will be available on the Minnesota Reconciling Congregations website as the date gets closer.

Recycle Batteries Event: Did you know you shouldn’t throw out batteries because it’s unsafe for you and the environment? In collaboration with the St. Anthony Park Preschool we are hosting a battery recycling drive! On Sunday’s October 26th & November 2nd bring your used batteries that we will safely recycle. We are only taking small batteries (Disc Batteries, A, B, C, & D, batteries). If you have questions on if you can bring a certain battery please contact Steve Rohde | srhode@centennialumc.org.

Disability & Faith: Saturday, November 8th, 2:00-3:00pm, Hennepin Avenue UMC. This event is hosted by Disability Action Network with, moderated by Rev. Dr. Josh Steward, Disability Advisor of the UMC Bishops’ Wisdom Panel. Come listen to the life experiences of four people with different disabilities and faith backgrounds. This is an opportunity to learn from people with disabilities rather than just learning about them. An online option is available HERE.

You’re invited to attend Interfaith Action of Greater St. Paul Annual Fundraiser Breakfast: Tuesday, October 28th, 8:00-9:30am, Mt Zion Temple in St. Paul. This year’s event theme, “Crafting Our Future,” speaks to this shared process of creating—engaging guests in hands-on projects, sharing stories of the organization’s impact, and inspiring generosity in support of their mission. Together, we can bring to life a community in which all families have pathways from crisis to stability, and from stability to prosperity. While there is no cost to attend Bringing Faith to Life, Interfaith hopes that you will consider making a donation in support of their mission. Please contact Diane Anderson before Oct. 16 if you would like to register and she will arrange carpooling from Centennial to the breakfast at Mt. Zion Temple in St. Paul | dbanderson@comcast.net

Worship at Roseville Campus is at 9:00am  |  Worship at St. Anthony Park is at 10:30am
Preaching This Week: Rev. Jerad Morey
Preaching Next Week: Rev. Rachel Morey

Seeking Photos: Our next sermon series is called A Season of Gratitude — a time to give thanks for our relationships with God, with others, and with ourselves. We’d love your help creating the visuals for this series! Send us photos that remind you of worship or your relationship with God, pictures that celebrate connection with others, and even your favorite selfie. Please remember, if other people are in your photos, be sure you have their permission to share, since images may be used in our online publications. You can email your photos to the church office before Oct 26th. We can’t wait to see the ways gratitude shows up in your life! Email amcclintock@centennialumc.org

Star Words: As the Magi were led to Jesus by the guidance of a star, Star Words are spiritual focus words often distributed to congregations on Epiphany Sunday. These words are intended to inspire reflection, growth, and discernment throughout the year. [SIGN UP HERE] to receive prompts weekly for the year of 2025. If you did not receive a star word on January 5th and would like one email Pastor Jen | janderson@centennialumc.org  
or Pastor Whitney | wsheridan@centennialumc.org

Welcome our New Congregational Care Facilitator, Bitrus!: We are excited to announce that Bitrus Bamai joined the CUMC staff on Sunday October 12th. Bitrus can be reached at bbamai@centennialumc.org.

Poinsettia Ordering Now Open!: Ordering Poinsettias for Advent is now open! You can find order forms at both campuses or there is an online version. Poinsettia forms and payment are due Sunday November 2nd.

Boy Scout Wreath Sales for Pack 419: Angus and Bowen Windmuller are selling Christmas Wreaths and Garland to support their Cub Scouts Pack. All profits from the sale supports camping trips and educational experiences like going to the raptor center and science in the classroom. We will have info during coffee hour at Roseville but anyone interested can email Marcella Windmuller (mwind@umn.edu). Orders due October 31st.

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